Process Owner - Post Cast

Howmet Aerospace • Hampton, VA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This position will be responsible for ensuring that the post cast processes are performed in compliance with the methods, materials, and equipment specifications as detailed in the Corporate Post Cast Manual, associated MSAT, Nadcap requirements, and customer specifications. The role involves modifying and/or approving work instructions for post cast manufacturing processes such as shell removal, gate removal, machining, surface preparation, finishing, and dimensional checks. The Process Owner will monitor post cast processes to ensure stability and control, perform regular MSAT audits, and determine the root cause of deviations, developing timely reaction plans. This role requires working with cross-functional teams to identify and correct scrap and rework causes, and to identify improvements and cost reductions. Additionally, the position will assist with the development and implementation of new materials and techniques, train operators on new methods, and perform data retrieval and analysis using tools like Excel and PowerBI. Flexibility to work off-shift hours and weekends for occasional training or technical support may be required, along with other duties to support the Process Owner team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• Two years' experience manufacturing operations and/or continuous improvement.
• Must be able to provide documentation in the original form establishing both your identity and your employment eligibility in the U.S.
• This position entails access to export-controlled items you must be able to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of experience manufacturing operations and/or continuous improvement.
• 3+ years of experience in metal finishing and/or abrasives.
• 3+ years of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Modify and/or approve work instructions (Activity Instructions and Product Criteria) for the post cast manufacturing processes, such as shell removal, gate removal, machining, surface preparation, finishing, and dimensional.
• Monitor post cast processes and ensure that they are stable, sustainable, and in control.
• Perform regular MSAT audits on post cast processes.
• Determination of root cause of any deviations from critical processes, and development of timely reaction plans to correct the deviations.
• Work with cross-functional teams and/or individually to identify and correct causes of scrap and rework, and to identify improvements and cost reductions in post cast processes.
• Assist with development and implementation of new materials and techniques.
• Assist with training of operators for new methods or instructions.
• Perform data retrieval and data analysis using Excel, PowerBI, and other software systems.
• Flexibility to work off-shift hours and weekends for occasional training or technical support.
• Other duties may be requested to support Process Owner team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans.
• Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level